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AOC Q27G4ZE

260 Hz 1440p IPS gaming monitor offering very good value if you want a high refresh rate, with a very solid sRGB mode, although HDR is quite limited.

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IMartz verdict

Pros

  • High refresh rate for little money.
  • Decent color gamut coverage.
  • Really good sRGB mode.

Things to consider

  • Poor stand and fairly basic build quality.
  • HDR is very limited by brightness and contrast.
  • Visible IPS glow on this unit, and GtG response is not among the best in its class.

A good fit if…

  • PC gaming at 1440p with a high refresh rate on a tight budget.
  • Users who prioritize refresh rate and price over premium build quality.
  • Mixed gaming and desktop use thanks to its good sRGB mode.

Consider another option if…

  • You want a truly powerful HDR experience.
  • You are very sensitive to IPS glow or often play in the dark.
  • You can buy the AOC Q27G4ZR for the same price, as it has a better stand and ergonomics.

Measurements and specifications

IMartz test results. See each section for the measurement conditions.

Display and format

General specifications
Panel
IPS
Resolution
1440p
Refresh rate
260 Hz
Screen size
27"
Aspect ratio
16:9
Screen finish
Light matte
Speakers
No

SDR performance

Color, brillo, contraste y comportamiento básico fuera de HDR.

SDR assessmentExcellent
Coverage
DCI-P3
94.1 %
Adobe RGB
90.7 %
Accuracy and calibration
DCI-P3 accuracy
1.14
sRGB mode
Yes
sRGB accuracy
0.92
Brightness uniformity
Acceptable
Colour uniformity
Good
Brightness and contrast
SDR brightness
364 nits
Native contrast
1030:1

HDR performance

Brillo pico, volumen de color, EOTF y experiencia HDR real.

HDR assessmentLimited
HDR brightness and color
HDR brightness
366 nits
BT.2020 coverage
68 %
BT.2020 colour volume
57 %
Accuracy and tracking
EOTF tracking
Adequate
Test note · EOTF tracking

The HDR modes raise black levels and shadows, and slightly brighten midtones. DisplayHDR differs little from Picture, Movie and Game; all are limited to around 360–370 nits. Without local dimming, this tracking does not deliver convincing HDR contrast.

Response time and PC gaming

Overdrive, tiempo de respuesta, overshoot, VRR e input lag.

Gaming ratingAdequate
Response measurements
Response time
5.19 ms
Overshoot
1.03 RGB
Input lag
1.6 ms
Features and settings
VRR PC
Yes
MBR / Strobing
Yes, customizable + VRR, acceptable performance
Recommended overdrive
Faster + Adaptive Sync enabled

PS5 and consoles

Compatibilidad con VRR, ALLM y resoluciones permitidas.

PS5 assessmentLimited
Compatibility
VRR PS5
No
ALLM PS5
No
PS5 resolutions
1440p 120 Hz
4K 60 Hz

Connectivity

Entradas de vídeo, USB-C, KVM, hub USB y extras de conexión.

Video
HDMI
1 × HDMI 2.0
DisplayPort
1 × DisplayPort 1.4
Additional connections
Audio output
Yes

Stand, mounting and extras

Calidad física, ergonomía, VESA y detalles destacables.

RatingLimited
Ergonomics and mounting
Stand adjustments
No
Stand quality
Poor
VESA
Yes
Extras
Notable extras
Adjustable Motion Blur Reduction

Alternatives

Other options, each with its own specifications and test results.

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